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Overview

Available on-site amenities include a nine-hole putting golf course, a lazy river, two pools and a fitness center

Past guests bemoan the rooms' thin walls

The Hilton Orlando is frequently described by guests as a lovely resort – from the staff, to the furnishings and even to the amenities offered (a nine-hole putting golf course, a fitness center and a lazy river, not to mention two other swimming pools). While staying at this Hilton outpost, you'll have easy access to the Orange County Convention Center, plus you're only 13 miles west of the Orlando International Airport and a short jaunt from Walt Disney World and the Universal Orlando Resort amusement parks. But even some satisfied visitors had a common gripe: The guest rooms' inability to block outside noise from the hallways. On the plus side, past guests agree the accommodations here are comfortable thanks to the their flat-screen TVs, ergonomic desk chairs and spacious layouts. The resort also houses four on-site eateries, including Spencer's for Steaks and Chops, a sophisticated steakhouse. You'll find the Hilton Orlando in southwestern Orlando, on Destination Parkway. Members of the Hilton Honors program can earn or redeem points here.

Families visiting this award-winning hotel get two pools, a palm-fringed lazy river to relax in, a kids' club, basketball court, tennis court, full-service spa, and a shuttle to SeaWorld; conventioneers, on the other hand, appreciate the vast meeting space, direct connection to the Convention Center, substantial restaurants and bars, work desks with Herman Miller chairs, and an on-site steak house, Spencers. For those convention-goers who bring family along, the Hilton offers the best of both worlds.

The Hilton Orlando's guest rooms and suites feature modern interiors with dark wood furnishings and neutral color schemes. They include business-friendly reading areas, ergonomic desk chairs, minifridges and coffee makers. Standard bathrooms have granite vanities with one sink and a large mirror.

The Hilton Orlando is near the intersection of the Beachline Expressway and International Drive, with a covered walkway that connects it to the Orange County Convention Center. Orlando's I-RIDE Trolley travels along International Drive to SeaWorld. Free shuttle service is offered to and from the Orlando International Premium Outlets (on a first-come, first-served basis), and transfers to and from Walt Disney World theme parks and Universal Studios can be arranged for a fee.

The Hilton Orlando’s signature restaurant, Spencer's for Steaks and Chops, is a steakhouse that serves dry-aged, grass-fed beef, as well as locally sourced seafood. David's Club Bar & Grill is a casual gastropub with comfort food, craft beers and an eclectic assortment of wines by the glass. And at The Bistro and Tropics Pool Bar & Grill, guests will find salads and sandwiches. A 24-hour market with grab-and-go bistro fare and snacks is also available on-site.

The free-form main pool at the Hilton Orlando includes extras like a waterslide and zero-depth entry points on both ends. On the surrounding 10,000-square-foot pool deck, visitors will find a whirlpool, six cabanas (which can be rented for a fee), lounge chairs and a poolside bar and grill. Nearby, an 892-foot-long lazy river swirls past waterfalls, fountains and water cannons. And a tucked-away, adults-only pool provides a quiet escape.

Additional whirlpool and cabana rentals available by Quiet Resort Pool

Use of inflatable tubes for lazy river and cabana discounts included in daily resort fee

Treatments at the Hilton Orlando's Eforea Spa feature citrus ingredients like orange, coconut, mango and papaya. Besides offering facials, massages and body treatments, the facility also houses a salon for hair, nails, waxing and makeup applications. Express services and specialty options like prenatal massages and treatments in a pool cabana are also available.

Spa open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.; reduced hours on Sundays

At the Hilton Orlando, families have access to kids menus in the resort's restaurants, as well as property amenities like a lazy river, a zero-entry pool with a waterslide, a nine-hole putting green and various sports courts. Kids activities like roasting marshmellows at the resort's two fire pits are also occasionally offered.

As part of the resort fee, guests have access to the Hilton Orlando's 24-hour fitness center with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the pool area. It houses a full range of weight and cardio equipment, many with personal viewing screens. Other exercise options – which are also covered by the daily resort fee – include tennis, basketball, volleyball and bocce, as well as a quarter-mile outdoor jogging track.

A UPS Store on the premises serves as the Hilton Orlando's full-service business center. Guests can make use of it on their way to and from events in the 236,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space. Indoor options include three ballrooms, 23 meeting rooms and nine boardrooms. The largest space, the outdoor Grande Lawn, can accommodate up to 3,000 people on its evergreen turf lawn. The resort offers preferred vendors for audiovisual equipment and support, as well as team-building events through the fitness center and spa.

Property is connected to the Orange County Convention Center via an open-air covered walkway

The Hilton Orlando's outdoor Promenade offers three ballrooms and four outdoor venues for wedding-related events with up to 3,000 people. All three ballrooms feature high ceilings with recessed chandeliers, while outdoor spaces start at 4,500 square feet and include details like fountains and paved areas. Offered wedding packages include a day-of coordinator, a three-course dinner, four hours of bar services and a personal butler for the bride and groom.